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Commission urged to adopt training, procurement and event rules to improve access
Summary
KMA recommended continuous accessibility training, no surcharge policies, accessible event planning, licensing reviews, and standardized ADA language in contracts; the commission discussed adopting these programmatic changes as near-term priorities.
KMA recommended a set of programmatic actions the commission could advance quickly: mandatory accessibility and auxiliary-aid training for front-line town personnel; a clear prohibition on surcharges for accommodations; vetting third-party events (farmers markets, road races) for accessibility in planning stages; and adoption of mandatory ADA compliance language into facility rental agreements and procurement contracts.
Commissioners discussed the practicality of those steps at the meeting. Jennifer Brooke and other members said having a formal list from KMA will empower the commission to advocate for these changes with departments. Emanuel also suggested developing an official town service-animal policy and urged including ADA compliance checks in licensing and certification application reviews.
